1 detained after reports of a shooting at Miami International Airport: deputies

Reports of a shooting had a large force of Miami-Dade deputies rush to Miami International Airport on Wednesday afternoon, authorities said. One person is in handcuffs and there is no longer a “threat to the public.”

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Around 5 p.m., the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office said deputies received reports of shots fired at the airport.

“Deputies quickly responded and took a subject into custody,” a sheriff’s office social-media post read.

Details on the detained individual, if shots were fired or what caused the disruption were not yet shared.

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Airport authorities and deputies are alerting travelers that there might be delays getting in and out of the airport as certain areas have been closed as the investigation continues.

The departure-level roadway and the terminal area from doors 12 to 17 are temporarily closed, the airport said. All vehicle traffic is being diverted to the arrivals level.

“All passengers and airport employees are safe,” the airport said. “Travelers coming to MIA today should allow extra time and expect delays.”

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